Cook, Full Time

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

COMPASS GROUP CANADA is seeking a Cook to join our kitchen team in Mississauga. You will prepare, pre-cook and cook food to meet corporate standards and support high-volume production with a strong emphasis on quality and safety.

Qualifications include proven cooking experience, a Food Safety Certification, and a credential from a recognized cooking school. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team, communicate effectively, and follow health regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in a restaurant or prep kitchen.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and cook food according to guidelines.
• Prepare mise en place and other products for high-volume production.
• Clean equipment after use following health and safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverages in storage areas.
• Communicate with operations and report maintenance issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proven cooking experience

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to safety and quality

Education

Food Safety Certification

Certificate from recognized cooking school

Job description

The hourly wage range for this position is $19- $20 per hour . Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence-based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

Prepares food in accordance with applicable corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare "mise en place" (setting in place of foods, garnishes, sauces, dishes, cutlery, etc) and otherproducts as required for high volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverage products in appropriate storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with all appropriate operational departments.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

Think you have what it takes to be one of our Cooks? We're committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here's how we'll know you'll be successful in the role:

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a restaurant cook or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry's best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.